Posts by Chris Cera

Chris Cera

Chair of the Board, PSL

Come meet Bob Moul the new PSL President!

Join us for a happy hour and celebration of our new President, Bob Moul.  This is an opportunity for you to meet Bob, tell him your thoughts on where PSL should be headed, and mingle with other startup people.  The first drink is on Bob, so join us! Happy Hour Jan 17, 2012 6:00 - 9:00 PM Ladder 15 Bar & Restaurant 1528 Sansom Street Philadelphia, PA 19102

Introducing our new President: Bob Moul, formerly of Dell Boomi, SCT, MAXIMUS, and EDS

I'm pleased to announce that Bob Moul has accepted our offer to join as the President of Philly Startup Leaders!! You can read more details in our coverage today in Technically Philly and the associated press release.

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PSL Evolution – Steps in 2012

The support we have received over the past few weeks has been overwhelming, and most of the core volunteers have been completely swamped.  We sincerely appreciate all of the support we have received, and we are very excited to have so many new people involved in PSL.

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PSL Fishbowl Recap – Here is what the community said

On behalf of the core volunteers in PSL, we want to sincerely thank you for your participation and encouragement at the PSL Fishbowl event.   It was collaborative and colloquial where people made candid statements about PSL and where the startup scene in Philly should be headed.

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Community Update and PSL to Fishbowl Itself on 9/13/2011

Please read this entire message if you care about the future of the Philadelphia technology startup community.  This article explains our history, what we stand for, and where we’re going.  We will be kicking off the next generation of PSL on Tuesday 9/13/2011 at University of the Arts.  Join us!

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October Breakfast at Coventry Deli

The PSL Startup Breakfast has been designed for the busy entrepreneur who can be in/out in less than an hour.  However, there is no time restriction (hanging out afterward is encouraged). Coventry deli is self-serve, so you order breakfast at the counter and seat yourself in the basement (cafeteria-style).  They have space available that will fit 100 people, and if you do not see the signs directing you downstairs, then please ask one of the cashiers to direct you to the basement. When Tuesday, October 27th, 8:00AM - 9:30AM Where Coventry Deli 2000 Market St Philadelphia, PA 19103-3231 Links Google Map Website Menu <br>

PSL Startup Breakfast, 8/25/09, 8am-?, Coventry Deli, 2000 Market St, Downstairs

Join Philly Startup Leaders for breakfast!  In the spirit of our monthly happy hours, we are experimenting with breakfast gatherings (caffeine to replace the booze).  Many members have expressed difficulty meeting for evening events, so this breakfast is for you! The PSL Startup Breakfast has been designed for the busy entrepreneur, around the idea of being in/out within an hour.  However, there is no time restriction (hanging out afterward is encouraged). Coventry deli is self-serve, so you order breakfast at the counter and seat yourself in the basement (cafeteria-style).  They have space available that will fit 100 people, and if you do not see the signs directing you downstairs, then please ask one of the cashiers to direct you to the basement. When Tuesday, August 25th, 8:00AM - ? Where Coventry Deli 2000 Market St Philadelphia, PA 19103-3231 Links Google Map Website Menu

Entrepreneur Unplugged Series Kickoff with Boris Silver

The Entrepreneur Unplugged Series kicks-off: April 22, 2009 - 7 pm Location: Hamilton Hall at the University of the Arts Address:  320 South Broad Street (map) Contact: Jordan Epstein Here is a description from Jordan Epstein, the Series Chair: PSL's newest event series Entrepreneur Unplugged will extend the spirit of Founder Factory by bringing successful Entrepreneurs "on stage" to share their personal stories of risk taking and decision making.  The format will be a 30 minute presentation followed by question and answer.  The series will be streamed live, recorded and distributed online.  Register today to reserve your free seat. We're proud to have Boris Silver open the series and share his experiences with his startup, Sport Interactiva, which provided fantasy sports games to over 1 million users on social networks.  Boris took a leave of absence from the University of Pennsylvania to grow the business full-time and navigated a successful exit just 9 months later. Thanks to our friends at the University of Arts for providing an absolutely amazing venue to showcase the series.  The series continues on 6/17 and 8/19 at the same time and place.  Contact Jordan Epstein if you'd like to take the stage at a future event or would like to suggest a presenter.